Secluded bay, Whangaruru Harbour.

Image: Pierre Roudier

Whangaruru North Head Scenic Reserve

Located in the Northland region

Introduction

Camp at Puriri Bay and enjoy walking tracks in the surrounding area. Tracks pass through native forest and along ridgelines before dropping down into secluded bays.

Place overview

Activities

  • Camping
  • Walking and tramping
  • Stop kauri dieback and protect kauri
    • Kauri dieback disease is spread through soil.
    • Scrub soil off shoes and gear and check it's all removed before you go.
    • Use a cleaning station when you enter and leave.
    • Always stay on the track.

    How you can help save kauri

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About this place

Getting there

Whangaruru North Head Scenic Reserve is 37 km south east of Russell. Follow Russell Whakapara Rd and continue onto Russell Rd. Turn left into Rawhiti Rd, then right into Whangaruru North Rd.

Contacts

Whangarei Office
Phone:   +64 9 470 3300
Fax:   +64 4 471 1117
Email:   whangarei@doc.govt.nz
Address:   2 South End Ave
Raumanga
Whangarei 0110
Postal Address:   PO Box 842
Whangarei 0140
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